2 Days 1 Night Adventure: Cat Ba National Park, Lan Ha Bay From Cat Ba Island: 2 Days 1 Night Adventure

Our trip discovers the hidden gems and lesser-explored corners of these stunning destinations, allowing travelers to revel in the tranquility and untouched beauty of these pristine landscapes.
Day 1: Hanoi - Lan Ha Bay - Navy Peak - Plankton Bioluminescent Night Kayak (L, D)

7:00 - 7:30 AM. Picking up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter area and departure to Cat Ba Island by Expressway.

11:00 - 11:30. We will arrive at Ben Beo pier in Cat Ba Island. The pier is for fishman and tourist boats to visit Lan Ha Bay, just 2km from the town.

12:00-12:30. We will pick you up at Ben Beo harbor and transfer by fast canoe to our lovely homestay in Viet Hai village. The Village is on Cat Ba island, around 10 kilometers away from Cat Ba town. its position in the midst of Cat Ba’s jungle, meaning that it’s surrounded by lush forests, mountains and picturesque scenery.
Enjoy a delicious lunch with Vietnamese dishes.

Afternoon: Following our tour guide you will do trekking and hiking in Navy Peak to see the overview of Cat Ba National Park. If we have time we can climb to the top of the mountain for a panoramic view of Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba National Park.

18:30. Enjoy local dinner at our restaurant.
After that, Our tour guide will take you on a night-time kayak on Lan Ha Bay to see Bioluminescent plankton sparkling and the local village activities at night.
Overnight at our homestay!


Day 2: Discover Lan Ha Bay full day by boat (B, L)

7:30. Enjoy the breakfast at our restaurant

8:45 Our golf car will pick you up from Viet Hai village to Viet Hai harbor

9:00 We will arrive at Viet Hai Pier and our tour guide will give you the entrance tickets for Lan Ha Bay and HaLong bay. The tickets are included in the tour price.

9:15. Board the boat to Lan Ha Bay. At first, the boat will sail around Lan Ha Bay. The bay itself is spectacular, with towers of limestone rocks rising from the sea, sailing to thousands of karst towers with many unique shapes.

10:30. We will discover the natural lagoon area belonging to Lan Ha Bay by kayaking through Dark and Bright Caves, tunnels, and archways. This is the most beautiful lagoon in Lan Ha Bay for kayaking activities and also the conservation area.

12:30. The boat drops anchor at the border of Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay for lunch.

The lunch is freshly cooked and served in Vietnamese style by the local crews on board (vegetarian dishes for a choice). Enjoy lunch while cruising through magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.

13:30. Afterwards, the boat continues to sail off Southern Ha Long Bay

14:30 Swimming and jumping from the boat at Ba Trai Dao Beach which is very natural, remote, quiet and less-touristy. We can discover the temple beach, more lagoons and arches.

15:00 After swimming, we will visit a local fish farm where you will see how local fishermen live on the water and how they farm the fish

15:30 Our boat will be cruising back to the pier. Enjoy the magical sunset with local drinks as the boat comes back to the harbor.

16:50 - 17:00. The bus will pick you up to go back to Hanoi.
Around 20:30 - 21:00: Arrive at Hanoi Old Quater. End trip!

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.